Head of Beverage Program — Luxury Alpine Resort

VERA Security, Inc.; Mountain Village (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Collection in Telluride seeks an accomplished beverage program leader to oversee our award-winning wine and spirits program within a luxury alpine resort. You will craft menus, curate selections, and align offerings with seasonal guest experiences while guiding a talented bar team.

Responsibilities include budgeting, procurement, inventory control, staff training, quality standards, and creating tastings and events to elevate hospitality.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of wines, champagne, fortified wines, beer and spirits.
• Expert knowledge of current beverage service procedures, trends, wine tools, service and culture.
• Prior experience curating a cellar.
• Experience with beverage menu development and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and curate the overall beverage program, including creating and updating menus, selecting wines and spirits, and staying abreast of industry trends.
• Oversee the procurement, storage, and tracking of beverage inventory to ensure optimal levels, minimize waste, and control costs.
• Train and supervise bar staff, ensuring they deeply understand the beverage offerings, maintain high service standards, and comply with responsible alcohol service practices.
• Implement and enforce quality control measures for all beverages, including proper preparation, presentation, and adherence to recipe standards.
• Manage the beverage budget, monitor sales performance, analyze cost-effectiveness, and implement strategies to maximize profitability.
• Develop and execute strategies to enhance the overall customer experience, such as organizing tastings, promotions, and special events centered around the beverage program.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with beverage suppliers and distributors, negotiate contracts, and stay informed about new products and market trends.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Beverage service

Cellar curation

Beverage menu development

Education

Court of Master Sommeliers Advanced Diploma

WSET equivalent

Job description

Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Collection in Telluride seeks an accomplished beverage program leader to oversee our award-winning wine and spirits program within a luxury alpine resort. You will craft menus, curate selections, and align offerings with seasonal guest experiences while guiding a talented bar team.

Responsibilities include budgeting, procurement, inventory control, staff training, quality standards, and creating tastings and events to elevate hospitality.